Release Blitz & Review: How We Hated (Leighton River #1) by Lauren Runow

Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Release Blitz & Review: How We Hated (Leighton River #1) by Lauren Runow

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𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐖𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 by Lauren Runow is NOW AVAILABLE!!

Title: How We Hated Series: Leighton River #1 Author: Lauren Runow Release Day: January 11, 2024

Anyone who thinks star-crossed love is romantic has never actually experienced it.

Natalie

I know two things about Dalton Wick.

First, he’s unreasonably hot. And … my father would disown me if I ever got involved with him.

The hatred between our families runs deep. We’re still suffering from what his father did to our small town decades ago.

So, I’ll work with Dalton on our school project because my grade depends on it. But I will not fall for him.

Or so I think …

Dalton

I know two things about Natalie Spencer.

First, she hates my family, specifically my dad—almost as much as I do. And … I want her so much that it hurts.

But her being with me would ruin her relationship with her father. So, I should walk away. Everything would be much easier if I did. Logically, I know that.

Too bad my heart doesn’t seem interested in logic where Natalie is concerned …

How We Hated, book 1 in the Leighton River series, is a standalone, enemies-to-lovers, new adult, sports romance with plenty of emotional and angsty moments and some spicy times. Download it today and get ready to fall for Natalie and Dalton.

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Disclaimer: I received this book at no cost from the publisher/author. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. I am leaving a voluntary review and all opinions are my own.

This high school romance had me hooked from the first page. The blurb for this book caught my attention and I always love a great coming-of-age story. This was my first adventure with this author, but many more will come!

How We Hated has:

- A forbidden romance with Romeo and Juliet vibes for days.

- Characters that you can't help but latch onto and root for.

- Feuding families and lots of intrigue.

- Distinct characters that stand out.

- Fantastic writing that spoke to me.

- Remarkable character growth.

- Football Jock/Cowgirl

- Enemies-to-lovers plus forced proximity.

- An emotional rollercoaster of a love story that is so gripping.

- Enemies to friends to more in an emotional love journey.

- Vibrant world-building.

- Inspiring themes of friendship and forgiveness.

- Pure romance and feels.

Overall, this was a captivating coming-of-age story that had me completely hooked. This story really stood out with memorable characters, brilliant storytelling, and a riveting plot that kept my attention. I enjoyed this story very much and will continue this series and read more from this author.

Lauren Runow is the author of multiple Adult Contemporary Romance novels, some more dirty than others. When Lauren isn't writing, you'll find her listening to music, at her local CrossFit, reading, or at the baseball field with her boys. Her only vice is coffee, and she swears it makes her a better mom!

Lauren is a graduate from the Academy of Art in San Francisco and is the founder and co-owner of the community magazine she and her husband publish. She is a proud Rotarian, helps run a local non-profit kids science museum, and was awarded Woman of the Year from Congressman Garamendi. She lives in Northern California with her husband and two sons.